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What is CompTIA Security+ Certification?

CompTIA Security+ Certification

These are all the CompTIA courses The Academy provides:

CoursesDaysFee
CompTIA A+5$2500
CompTIA Network+5$2500
CompTIA A+ / Network + Boot Camp7$2995
Linux+ Boot Camp5$2495
Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) Boot Camp5$2495
Server+ Boot Camp5$2500
Healthcare IT Technician Boot Camp5$2495
Train the Trainer (CTT+ / MCT) Boot Camp3$2500
Certified Document Imaging Architect (CDIA+) Boot Camp5$2500
Strata Boot Camp5$2995
CompTIA Security+5$2495
CompTIA Cloud +5$2495
CompTIA Project+5 $2495

What is the CompTIA Security+ Certification?

CompTIA Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that demonstrates competency in: Network security, Compliance and operational security, Threats and vulnerabilities Application, data, and host security. Access control and identity management.

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How much does training cost for CompTIA Security+?

The Academy has training for CompTIA Security+ for 3 week and the fee is $3,933. Also, The Academy has a Boot Camp for 5 days for CompTIA Security+, the bootcamp is fast paced and is for people that wants their certification quickly. The cost of the Boot Camp is $2,459.

The Security+ exam covers the most important foundational principles for securing a network and managing risk. Access control, identity management and cryptography are important topics on the exam, as well as selection of appropriate mitigation and deterrent techniques to address network attacks and vulnerabilities.

What type of jobs can you get with the CompTIA Security+ Certification?

  • Network Engineer
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Computer operator
  • Security Analyst
  • Information Security Analyst.
  • Senior Technical Support Engineer
  •  Senior Software Engineer

What type of salary can you get with the CompTIA Security+ Certification?

The average salary for a professional with CompTIA Security+ certification varies according to the designation. According to PayScale, the average salary range of a network engineer with this cert varies from $42,128 – $95,829.

Where can you find training for the CompTIA Security+ Certification?

The Academy of South Florida does training for CompTIA Security+. The Academy offers different programs:

Online self-paced Program, this program allows you to learn at your own time.

Live Online Class Program (LOC), this program allows you to learn with a teacher live.

On-Premises Classes, to take these classes you would have to go to one of are Academy sites.

You can also get CompTIA Security+ content form Prof. Messer and CBT Nuggets, but on these sites you may have to pay a fee, at The Academy you can get the same content at no cost.

What are popular books for the CompTIA Security+ Certification?

CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, Seventh Edition offers invaluable preparation for Exam SY0-501. Written by an expert author team, this book covers 100% of the exam objectives with clear, concise explanation.

You’ll learn how to handle threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and technologies, while understanding the role of architecture and design. You can click on the link below for more information:

CompTIA Security+ Study Guide

What are sample questions for CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam?

Which netstat parameter allows to display all connections and listening ports?

Which netstat parameter displays addresses and port numbers in numerical form?

A network command-line utility in MS Windows that tracks and displays the route taken by an IP packet on its way to another host is called?

How much do the CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam cost?

The CompTIA Security+ credential requires a single exam, currently priced at $339 (discounts may apply to employees of CompTIA member companies and full-time students). Training is available but not required.

What is the Security+ passing score?

A passing score is 750 out of 900 possible points. About 83.34% in terms of percentage.